Travel Progressive Care Unit RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Georgia.

• Specialty:
  PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/09/2026
• Duration:
  12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PCU/Stepdown position requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and a GA or compact RN license, working night shifts on an every-other-weekend schedule.

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Stepdown/Intermediate Care setting within a hospital environment
• Patient population includes acute on chronic heart failure, post-cath with interventions, chest pain, unstable angina, ACS, sepsis, syncope, AKI, pneumonia, respiratory distress on BiPAP, seizures, pulmonary embolism, hypertension, small bowel obstruction, and GI bleeds
• Intermediate/stepdown-level patients include decompensated heart failure on Dobutamine gtts, DKA on insulin gtts, AFib with RVR, septic patients on low-dose Levophed, thoracic patients with chest tubes, CVAs, fresh trachs, GSW/MVC, hypertensive emergency on Cardene gtt, acute encephalopathy (including ETOH-related on Precedex gtt), and occasional telemetry-monitored pregnant patients
• Titration of vasoactive and cardiac drips including Dobutamine, Levophed, Dopamine, Nitro, Amiodarone, Cardizem, Lasix, Milrinone, Labetalol, Cardene, Precedex, and Insulin per protocol
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 18:45–07:15
• Every-other-weekend requirement
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within facility scope of practice and potentially to a sister campus
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted for this position
• RTO maximum is 7 days; RTO cannot be requested during the first week of the assignment
• If one or two major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work all applicable holidays with no holiday RTO permitted; if three major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work two of them
• Major holidays include:
  Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday (counted as one), Christmas Eve/Christmas Day (counted as one), and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day (counted as one)
• Travelers must be away from all facilities within this health system for a minimum of one full calendar year before returning as a traveler
• No special scheduling requests, alternate shifts, or schedule changes are permitted — the posted shift is firm
• Full compliance with onboarding requirements is necessary to start on time; delays may result in a two-week pushback due to a bi-weekly orientation schedule

• Active GA or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of PCU, stepdown, or intermediate care RN experience required
• Current certifications required (copies must be provided for consideration)
• Proficiency with vasoactive and titrated drip management per protocol

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-675983. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.